Kannada Sangha Pune’s Kaveri College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Pune in association with Central University of Haryana organized a One Day National Level Conference on Mental Health & Economic Perspective on 12 February 2022. This Conference was very aptly supported by SkillSlate Foundation, Pune.
With the objective of understanding how addressing vital aspects like policies and perspectives related to mental health can be a precursor for enhancing national wealth and prosperity and also with the objective of spreading awareness, this conference was arranged. The inaugural session witnessed the gracious presence of illustrious personalities from the field of academics and different organizations associated with the area related to mental health. Dr. Ashok Agrawal, Principal, Kaveri College welcomed the dignitaries and briefed about the college and its development over the time period.
Prof. Dr. Tankeshwar Kumar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Central University Haryana graced the conference as the Chief Guest. During his address to the audience, he mentioned that in the backdrop of increasing suicide cases, depression, mental illness, it is important to spread awareness regarding the significance of positive mental health. He appreciated the efforts taken by the organizers in this regard.
Mr. Kushal Hegde, Hon’ble President Kannada Sangha, Pune addressed the audience as the Session Chair. He appreciated the idea of selecting such an important topic for deliberation. He also informed about the contribution of the Sangha in the field of education. Mrs. Malati Kalmadi, Hon’ble Secretary, Kannada Sangha Pune highlighted on the aspect that due to the pandemic there are increasing cases of issues related to mental health. And it is very important to be vocal about mental well being. She emphasized that there should be integration of body, mind and intellect so that there is movement towards spirituality and holistic upbringing. She graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. Shri. Vijay Kanhekar, Hon’ble Member, Advisory Committee, Divyang Act, 2018, Maharashtra and Founder, Mahatma Gandhi Seva Sangha (MGSS) spoke on the changing perspectives towards mental illness and mental retardation. He also shared about the various provisions made by the Government, various Acts, and also spoke on the significance of schemes like ‘Niramaya’. Shri. Kanhekar graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.
The technical session witnessed guidance and spreading of information and awareness by Mrs. Archana Deshpande, Founder ManahPrabodh about various mental health related aspects like global perspective and economic budget, policy provisions related to mental health in India, need for changing mindsets and initiatives at society level. She encouraged participants to contribute towards creating a ripple effect at the grassroot level. Ms. Dipti Panhalkar, Founder Mind Spa shared tips regarding practicing positive mental health. She added that ‘understanding one’s thinking pattern by oneself’ is very important in order to develop a positive mental health.
Dr. Muckta Karmarkar, Vice Principal Kaveri College highlighted the importance of building mental strength for a better mental health.
The closing remark was shared by Dr. Sunita Tanwar, Faculty, Central University of Haryana. She mentioned that the pandemic had both problems like stress, depression etc. as well as many learnings like now people are open to talk on such important topics. She added that discussion on mental health is no more a taboo. She appreciated the efforts taken by the organizers.
The conference witnessed around 1000 participants across India from all walks of life, viz., homemakers, students, teachers, professionals working in the area of mental health, other working and non-working professionals.
The conference was assisted by Advisory Partners - MGSS, District Disability Rehab Center, Pune and by Academic Partners - MIT Arts, Commerce and Science College, VIT College of Arts, Science and Commerce, DhayryaDa and ManahPrabodh.
The conference was supported by Mr. Ameya Agrawal, Founder, SkillSlate Foundation, Pune who introduced all the dignitaries to the audience. He provided a platform for deliberation on the topic. The conference was coordinated by Ms. Suchismita Mohanty, BA Coordinator, Kaveri College, Pune and Ms. Aishwarya Kale, Faculty in Psychology, Kaveri College, Pune
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